Serving 363 students in grades 6-8, J Sam Gentry Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Sam Gentry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J Sam Gentry Middle School's student population of 363 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J Sam Gentry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Sam Gentry Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Sam Gentry Middle School's ranking?
J Sam Gentry Middle School is ranked #1183 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend J Sam Gentry Middle School?
363 students attend J Sam Gentry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J Sam Gentry Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Sam Gentry Middle School?
J Sam Gentry Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does J Sam Gentry Middle School offer ?
J Sam Gentry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J Sam Gentry Middle School part of?
J Sam Gentry Middle School is part of Surry County Schools School District.
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